GEOS1902 Lecture 1: GEOS1902
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Introduction to geography: definition of geography" from institute of australian geographers, geography is the study of place, space and the environment. Historical geography of australian movie-going: cinemas are the most visited cultural venues/events among all australians . 66. 2% of all visits 2005-6 (abs: also very high frequency of attendance . First talkies 187mn admissions highest absolute number in australia"s history. 1921 nsw: 11mn admissions to suburban cinemas, 8mn admissions to city cinemas. 1930s depression reduced disposable income reduced admissions. 1940s wwii growth in admissions for news reels and sense of escapism. 1978 two thirds australian households have colour tvs. 1990s recovery of cinema enterprise 1988-2002, gross box office up 277% 2008 average 4 admissions per person per year. The multiplex and the city a case of screen shifting: reasons for recovery: First colour broadcast of tv beginning of decline in cinema admissions.